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Crime 101’ Draws Warm Early Reviews Ahead of Feb. 13 Theatrical Release

Early notices emphasize Bart Layton’s throwback craftsmanship, plus standout turns from the leads, with recurring notes about busy plotting and thin characterization.

Overview

  • Amazon MGM is rolling out the film exclusively in theaters, including IMAX, on February 13, with a Prime Video window expected after the theatrical run.
  • Chris Hemsworth plays a meticulous jewel thief operating along Los Angeles’s 101 freeway, pursued by Mark Ruffalo’s detective as Halle Berry’s insurance broker becomes entangled in the case.
  • Critics broadly praise the film’s mood, style, and ensemble performances, frequently citing echoes of Michael Mann’s Heat and other classic LA crime dramas.
  • Reviews flag structural drawbacks such as a sprawling narrative, limited character development, and a finale some describe as overly tidy or underpowered.
  • Layton shot on location across Los Angeles, features an electronic score by Blanck Mass, and the film runs 140 minutes with an R rating for language, some violence, and sexual material.